Lorne

Travel Guide
Lorne showing a bridge and a river or creek
Experience the local arts culture, delicious fresh seafood and majestic native forests in this humming seaside town where the bush meets the beach.

With great surf, a thriving cultural scene and the magnificent Great Otway National Park on the doorstep, Lorne has been one of the most enticing getaways on Victoria’s Great Ocean Road for more than a century. Visit Lorne to experience its magnificent Surf Coast beaches, forest-shrouded waterfalls and fern gullies, charming main street shopping district and excellent pier-side fishing.

Enjoy a day by the seaside at Lorne’s family-friendly main beach, patrolled by the Lorne Surf Life Saving Club. Pick a patch of sand and stretch out, or stroll along the beach’s expanse. Watch surfers tackling the waves or go for a swim in the clear waters. Grab a fishing rod and drop a line at Lorne Pier. Here, you might catch trevally, barracuda or whiting.

Stroll along Lorne’s main street to find boutique stores, surf shops, terrace cafés and restaurants serving fresh local seafood. Take a seat at a restaurant to enjoy expertly prepared regional produce, or simply grab some takeaway fish and chips and have a picnic on the sand.

Don’t miss a trip out to one of 10 waterfalls located within 10 kilometres (6 miles) of Lorne. Check out the thundering Erskine Falls that flow down to meet the Bass Strait at Lorne’s beach or enjoy a relaxed amble along Cumberland River. Stunning lookouts can be found at Louttit Bay and along the Surf Coast Walk, a hiking trail that leads past ochre cliffs and coastal vistas. Explore the trails that traverse the Great Otway National Park to see stunning eucalypt forest and spot koalas.

Lorne has a reputation for its thriving arts community. Visit over New Year’s for the fun-filled Falls Music & Arts Festival or in August for the diverse Lorne Performing Arts Festival. During March, you can see sculptures on the foreshore at the Lorne Sculpture Festival.

Lorne is located on the Great Ocean Road and is just over 2-hours’ drive from Melbourne, the state’s capital city. It is a great holiday destination year-round. Enjoy the town’s beautiful beaches in summer, hike lush nature trails in spring or spot migratory whales in winter.

Lorne Coachman Inn
Lorne Coachman Inn
3.5 out of 5
1 Deans Marsh Road, Lorne, VIC
The price is HK$741 per night from 14 Apr to 15 Apr
HK$741
per night
14 Apr - 15 Apr
Stay at this business-friendly motel in Lorne. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a terrace. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
7/10 Good! (869 reviews)
"Nice and peaceful."

Reviewed on 24 Mar 2024

Lorne Coachman Inn
Mantra Lorne
Mantra Lorne
4.5 out of 5
Mountjoy Parade, Lorne, VIC
The price is HK$922 per night from 21 Apr to 22 Apr
HK$922
per night
21 Apr - 22 Apr
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Lorne. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,007 reviews)
"The counter service staff was excellent. Room was clean. Location was central to all dining options!"

Reviewed on 25 Mar 2024

Mantra Lorne
Cumberland Lorne Resort
Cumberland Lorne Resort
4.5 out of 5
150 Mountjoy Parade, Lorne, VIC
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Lorne. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 coffee shops/cafes. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,914 reviews)
"Great location"

Reviewed on 24 Mar 2024

Cumberland Lorne Resort
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Lorne Foreshore Caravan Park
Lorne Foreshore Caravan Park
2 out of 5
2 Great Ocean Road, Lorne, VIC
Stay at this mobile home in Lorne. Enjoy free parking, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Lorne Sea Baths and Lorne Beach are located nearby. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (341 reviews)
"Great location, friendly service and clean."

Reviewed on 20 Mar 2024

Lorne Foreshore Caravan Park
Cumberland Lorne Resort
Cumberland Lorne Resort
4.5 out of 5
150 Mountjoy Parade, Lorne, VIC
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Lorne. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 coffee shops/cafes. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,914 reviews)
"Great location"

Reviewed on 24 Mar 2024

Cumberland Lorne Resort
Lorne Bush House Cottages & Eco Retreats
Lorne Bush House Cottages & Eco Retreats
4 out of 5
1860 Deans Marsh Road, Lorne, VIC
Stay at this 4-star cabin in Lorne. Enjoy free parking, a terrace, and a garden. Popular attractions Lorne Country Club and Lily Pond Bushland Reserve are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (133 reviews)
Spectacular
"Everything about this unique retreat is wonderful . Super comfy beds, spectacular location in the bush especially with a family of kangaroos feeding at sunset right under our tent on the first night . Cockatoos and kookaburra joining us for breakfast though we didn’t feed them of course. Great little ..."

Reviewed on 10 Mar 2024

Lorne Bush House Cottages & Eco Retreats
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Lorne

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4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
14 Nov 2019

Lots of amenities in a convenient location. We were there on a holiday weekend, so it was busy.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
1 Apr 2019

There's a great laid-back surf vibe here. Not too touristy, but offered plenty with its cafes and eateries.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
2 Mar 2019

One of the nicest towns on the GOR